2008 Siran
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The 2008 Siran is just beginning to show signs of maturity on the rim. Predominantly red fruit on the nose, it offers wild strawberry, mulberry, a hint of leather and game. There is something appealingly gentle about the aromatics here. The palate is medium-bodied, quite sharp on the entry with a quite strong balsamic note that runs from start to finish. This is a bit rustic compared to recent vintages and I am not convinced that it merits long-term cellaring. Tasted at the vertical retrospective at Château Siran.
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Robert Parker
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Soft, round and elegant with attractive black cherry, loamy soil and herb characteristics, this medium-bodied, lighter style of Bordeaux is meant to be drunk over the next 5-6 years.
Mid crimson. Healthy glow. Tight, focussed nose. Then a little bit dull. Chewy and some hint of tea leaves. Dry tannins on the finish. Pretty rasping. Marked acidity. (JR)
About the producer
In the south of Margaux, this property has 36 hectares of vines. There’s an unusually large proportion of Petit Verdot (13%) in the vineyard, something which the team feels adds finesse, concentration and a spicy finish to the wine.